Fee Structure
Accreditation fee rates for formal, zero, re-accreditation, and open/virtual programs.
Formal Accreditation Fee
| Institution | Accreditation Fee (PKR) per Program |
|---|---|
| Public Sector University | 250,000 |
| Private Sector University | 250,000 |
| Public Sector College/Affiliated Institution | 200,000 |
| Private Sector College/Affiliated Institution | 200,000 |
Same fee rates apply to Zero Accreditation and Re-accreditation.
First Formal Accreditation Fee After Zero Accreditation
Applies only within the program's valid date — the full fee applies after the valid date expires.
| Institution | Accreditation Fee (PKR) per Program |
|---|---|
| Public Sector University | 125,000 |
| Private Sector University | 125,000 |
| Public Sector College/Affiliated Institution | 100,000 |
| Private Sector College/Affiliated Institution | 100,000 |
Morning / Evening Programs
Since the same infrastructure, curriculum, and management is used for both shifts, evening-shift programs are charged half the morning-shift fee. Example: Morning PKR 250,000 → Evening PKR 125,000.
Instalment Option
The Formal Accreditation fee may be split into two instalments on request — half at application submission, half before the accreditation visit. The institution must be ready for the visit within 4 months of application.
Alternate Pathway (w.e.f. 2024)
| Stage | Universities (PKR) | Colleges (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| Zero Accreditation | 125,000 | 100,000 |
| Formal Accreditation (following Zero) | 250,000 | 200,000 |
| Formal Accreditation (without prior Zero Accreditation) | 350,000 | 300,000 |
Open / Virtual Accreditation Fee
| Institution | Accreditation Fee (PKR) |
|---|---|
| Public Sector University | 250,000 for the first 500 enrolled students per program, plus 10,000 per additional cohort of 100 students |
| Private Sector University | 250,000 for the first 500 enrolled students per program, plus 10,000 per additional cohort of 100 students |
- Only the main campus is visited.
- Accreditation extends to all sub-campuses offering that program.
Common Notes (Both Tables)
- Face-to-face orientation fee: PKR 50,000, plus travel/accommodation, if requested.
- Duplicate accreditation report fee: PKR 5,000.
Payment Instructions
Pay online via any HBL branch, or by bank draft/pay order in favor of "National Accreditation Council For Teacher Education", Account # 17427900187401, Habib Bank Limited, Sector H-9 Shalimar Branch, Islamabad.